For Sale: 1966 Aston Martin DB6 in Sarasota, Florida

ASTON MARTIN DB6 CHASSIS NO. DB6/2448/R MOTOR NO. 400/2394 In 1958, Aston Martin introduced its revolutionary grand touring sports saloon, the DB4. Its famous successor, the DB5, came roaring onto the world stage in 1963, and by 1965 the series had reached its ultimate development with the DB6, which was produced in its first-series form until 1969. Many enthusiasts consider the DB6 to be the best of the trio, as it offers the most sublime combination of gentlemanly luxury, sophisticated street manners, and straight-line performance. As was customary for Aston Martin, having evolved from the DB4 Special Series engine first seen in 1961, to continue the motor series with a larger displacement DB6 4-Litre engine fitted with three SU carburetors, high-compression heads. The Tadek Marek designed and race-proven inline six-cylinder was perfected to produce 282 horsepower, now fitted with a full stainless steel exhaust system as well as stainless steel headers increasing power to a conservative 305 hp. The Aston Martin DB5s starring role in the James Bond movies d a silver screen icon and boosted sales to levels Aston Martin had never known before, but the DB6 proved even more popular. As the authoritative British magazine, The Motor noted in its 1966 review All the DB series have been Grand Tourers in their respective way, but the DB6 is a Very Grand Tourer. Touring of Milans celebrated Superleggera coachwork design was by now stretched two inches from the preceding DB5 to accommodate a wheelbase 3.75 inches longer than its predecessoroffering a more refined ride with room in the back for actual adult passengers. The addition of its advanced and modern Kamm-style tail, a move to add stability to the rear over speeds of 125 mph, crowned the DB6s ravishing presence. Like its predecessors, the DB6 was a car that attracted customers looking for a certain type of luxury grand tourer. One such gentleman was John Robert Stockford in Aberdeen, Scotland, first owner of the car offered here and registered as JRS390. A man of discerning taste, this Aston Martin was specified in the color of Silver Birch (ICI M035-2829) with Red Connolly leather interior (VM 3171). The build sheet further lists these options Motorola Radio D 077783, powered aerial, heated rear window, chrome wire wheels, Three ear hubs Fiamm horns, Triple SU careberetters, Avon Turbospeed GT tyres and a 3.731 rear axle gear ratio fitted with Limited slip differential. Standard equipment included a ZF 5-speed manual transmission, steel superstructure with lightweight aluminum body panels, independent double-wishbone front suspension with coil springs, and Armstrong Selectaire adjustable rear shock absorbers. DB6/2448/R was given a complete exterior bare metal restoration with bumpers and other chrome exterior trim throughout replated to show standard, as well as a complete interior refurbishment in the original shade of red in Connolly leather with Wilton wool carpets bound in leather entrusted to specialists Gassman Automotive of Waynesboro, Virginia beginning in late 2013 completed in 2014 . RM Sothebys offered the DB6 in the Monterrey 2015 Auction selling into the UK with new owner Peter Mark , Saville, Melrose Rd, London. DB6/2448/R was later sold through Aston Martin Specialist Nicholas Mee & Co of London England to Mr. Schneider of Wildwood, Mo, entering the US again. Mr. Schneider engaged the services of Erwin F. Schwartz Ltd. of Manchester, Mo. for a comprehensive engine valve train and motor refurbishment, exhaust system replacement in stainless steel, brake service, upgraded aluminum radiator, and adding a fresh air conditioning system with installation of a full body seal replacement. Receipts on file total $109,041 including further minor general mechanical improvements. Further, more routine service was performed by Aston Martin St. Louis including rear shock replacement, oil change, A/C service, spark plug replacement, and carb tuning. Restoration work both cosmetically and mechanical exceeds costs of $210,000. An installation of correct new power window lifts was completed by Vintage Motors of Sarasota in November 2026. Today, with an odometer reading of 3,260 miles the car shows in beautiful condition in Aston Martin Oyster Shell Grey exterior color, while its tidy interior now features fully restored Connolly leather with Wilton wool carpets in Red as originally delivered. An exceptionally well driving DB6, with a smooth and easy shifting transmission will be a prime candidate for various concourse or rallies and is accompanied by a hammer, tool roll, restoration receipts and images, a copy of the original Aston Martin build sheet, as well as a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate.